About the Organisation

The Center for Relief Aid and Development (CERAD) is a women-led non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women, youth, and children in areas such as sexual and reproductive health, maternal and child health, adolescent health, and economic empowerment. CERAD fosters inclusive community development, providing training, financial inclusion, and support to vulnerable groups to promote self-reliance and social change.

Job Summary

The Livelihood Assistant at CERAD will be responsible for mobilizing women’s savings and lending groups, providing training, and supporting their financial inclusion, business skills, and livelihood enhancement.

The role involves ensuring groups are well-structured, financially literate, and linked to community social and economic opportunities, contributing to CERAD’s mission of women’s empowerment.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

Group Formation and Capacity Building

Mobilize and recruit women to form Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) or other savings groups
Train groups on savings and lending, record-keeping, and business management
Enhance group leaders’ skills in leadership, accountability, and conflict resolution

Business and Financial Literacy Support

Train groups on financial management, business planning, and entrepreneurship
Support women’s groups in starting and sustaining small enterprises or income-generating activities
Link savings groups with financial institutions and service providers

Monitoring and Reporting

Monitor group performance, savings, loan recovery, and income-generating activities
Maintain accurate records and submit regular progress updates
Collect data and success stories to demonstrate project impact

Community Engagement and Networking

Collaborate with local leaders, community organisations, and district departments to promote women’s financial independence
Represent the organisation at community meetings and key events

Competencies, Education, and Qualifications

Minimum Education: Certificate in Business Administration, Microfinance, Accounting, Community Development, or a related field
Experience: At least one year of experience working with community-based groups, savings groups (VSLA, SILC), or women empowerment projects